Cherry Wild Rice Dish

Ingredients and Weight:

• Wild rice: 500g
• Cherries: 2 cups (pitted)
• Brown sugar: 1/3 cup
• Butter: 4 tablespoons
• Chicken broth: 2 cups
• Fresh herbs (e.g., rosemary, thyme): 2 tablespoons (chopped)
• Salt and pepper: to taste

Preparation Time:

• Preparation: 30 minutes
• Cooking: 45 minutes
• Total: 1 hour 15 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate difficulty)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.
2. Prepare the wild rice by washing it thoroughly to remove excess starch.
3. In a baking dish, combine the wild rice, pitted cherries, brown sugar, and chopped herbs.
4. Drizzle the butter over the top and season with salt and pepper.
5. Pour the chicken broth into the baking dish and cover with aluminum foil.
6. Bake for 30-45 minutes or until the rice is tender and most of the liquid is absorbed. Remove foil halfway through and stir the contents.
7. Once cooked, remove from the oven and let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving.
8. Fluff the rice with a fork and transfer to a serving dish. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Nutritional Information: (Per serving, assuming 8 total servings)

• Calories: 320 kcal
• Fat: 12g
• Carbohydrates: 48g
• Protein: 7g
• Fiber: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Unique combination of sweet and savory flavors.
• Cherries provide a fruity and natural sweetness that pairs well with the hearty wild rice.
• The dish is both hearty and healthy, making it a great choice for a special meal or a weekly dinner.

User Comments:

1. "The cherry wild rice dish was a pleasant surprise! The combination of sweet cherries and hearty wild rice was delicious."
2. "I loved how easy this dish was to make, yet it still had a restaurant-like quality to it."
3. "The dish was a hit with my family, especially the kids loved the combination of flavors."
4. "I found the dish to be quite filling, yet still light and refreshing."
5. "Great dish for a special occasion, would definitely make it again."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be sure to use pitted cherries to avoid any accidental bites of cherry pits.
• Adjust the amount of brown sugar based on your preference for sweetness.
• If you want to add more depth of flavor, consider using a mix of fresh herbs like rosemary, thyme, and oregano.